Electronic Design Automation (EDA) Technical Architect

Electronic Design Automation (EDA) Technical Architect

(West Coast / California area) - Onsite / Hybrid : Hybrid role (any client's locations)

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Job Description / Specifications

Evaluate the client's current EDA system architecture and identify risks to IP integrity and segregation .

Advise on technical transformation strategies to modernize and optimize EDA workflows .

Benchmark competitor EDA practices and recommend enhancements aligned with industry best practices.

Support integration planning for upcoming acquisition, ensuring clean IP boundaries.

Collaborate with engineering and IT teams to implement schematic, layout, and verification improvements .

Qualifications Proven experience with Cadence and / or Synopsys EDA tools in semiconductor environments.

Strong understanding of VLSI design methodologies and chip lifecycle management.

Expertise in IP protection, segregation, and compliance within complex system integrations.

Familiarity with key EDA functions : logic synthesis, timing analysis, place-and-route, and physical verification.

Ability to translate technical insights into actionable recommendations for business stakeholders